Erik Asleson, a current student at American River College and vice president of the 99 Rise club on campus, is one of many citizens concerned that rising income inequality is putting out the fire of democracy...

A report by The Economist in June 2014 revealed that U.S. student loan debt exceeded $1.2 trillion dollars. Education is the backbone of modern society, and putting students in crippling financial debt...

As students peruse the campus at American River College, they are likely to come across one of several religious groups eager to spread the message of their faith. Their stands are usually placed near...

“There have been times where I felt like my life was threatened,” said American River College criminal justice major Zuhaib Islam. “I’ve been called a terrorist.” Islam, 24, is a practicing...

The rise of technology has revolutionized the way the world communicates and practically dissolved international borders. But while there is a plethora of data in regards to benefits and detriments of...

By Kameron Schmid and Cameron Weaver Kameron Schmid: YES Sacramento City College’s designated smoking areas policy is a reasonable and fair treatment of the issue of public smoking on a college...

By John Ferrannini and Cameron Weaver John Ferrannini: YES Gov. Jerry Brown recently signed a law that would allow students who have entered the United States illegally to receive loans to attend...

Amidst the hot-button issues of illegal immigration and border security, American River College is offering Homeland Security-sponsored courses at its off-campus McClellan center to assist students...

American River College held its annual Constitution Day event on Sept. 17, which celebrated the formation and signing of our Constitution. The event was hosted by the Center for Leadership and Development...

John Ferrannini: YES The use of electronic cigarettes has been growing exponentially in recent years. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, use of e-cigarettes among middle...

By Brandon Nelson and Cameron Weaver Social media has introduced a brand new avenue for information flow to the masses. While there is no doubt that social networking has revolutionized communication...